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2009 BMW 5 Series EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recalls

1 recall Highest severity: Moderate

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EXTERIOR LIGHTING Safety Recalls

Moderate #13V407000 Plain English
Component

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS

Manufacturer
BMW of North America, LLC
What Happened
The connection between your taillights and the electrical system in your 528i, 535i, 550i, or M5 is a small part that could get damaged over time. This can cause your turn signals, brake lights, or reverse lights to not work properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If your taillights don't work correctly, other drivers may not see you when you're braking, turning, or reversing. This could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your BMW dealer will replace the part that connects your taillights to the electrical system, and this repair is free. You should schedule this after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2013 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
BMW is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 528i, 535i, 550i, and M5 passenger cars manufactured from March 1, 2007, through December 31, 2009. Over time, increased resistance at the taillight electrical contact points may cause damage to the ground terminal and housing of the connector resulting in an intermittent or permanent loss of functionality of one or more rear lamp functions (tail, brake, turn-signal, reverse).
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear lamp bulb carriers free of charge. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
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Other BMW 5 Series Years

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4 recalls
2024
6 recalls
2023
3 recalls
2022
5 recalls
2021
10 recalls
2020
7 recalls
2019
2 recalls
2018
6 recalls
2017
2 recalls
2016
7 recalls
2015
4 recalls
2014
6 recalls
2013
4 recalls
2012
5 recalls
2011
6 recalls
2010
2 recalls
2008
3 recalls
2007
3 recalls
2006
4 recalls
2003
2 recalls
2002
4 recalls
2001
4 recalls
2000
2 recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2009 BMW 5 Series safe to drive?

This model year has 1 recorded safety recall. Model-level listings do not establish VIN-specific open recalls or whether this vehicle is safe to drive. Check your VIN and contact the manufacturer for recall instructions.

What is the EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS recall for the 2009 BMW 5 Series? (Campaign #13V407000)

The connection between your taillights and the electrical system in your 528i, 535i, 550i, or M5 is a small part that could get damaged over time. This can cause your turn signals, brake lights, or reverse lights to not work properly. If your taillights don't work correctly, other drivers may not see you when you're braking, turning, or reversing. This could lead to a crash. Your BMW dealer will replace the part that connects your taillights to the electrical system, and this repair is free. You should schedule this after checking repair availability with your dealer. This timing describes the original 2013 filing; contact your dealer now to confirm the free repair is available.